A suspected drug production site has been uncovered in Waterloo following the arrest of Umar Mansaray, who was intercepted with illegal drugs and chemical substances at the Fallah checkpoint in Bo on 14 July.
Chief Superintendent of Police Mohamed Kugba Allieu, Head of the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU), confirmed that Mansaray was transferred to Freetown for further investigation. Intelligence gathered during questioning led officers to his residence in Waterloo.
During the raid, officers discovered laboratory equipment and chemicals believed to be used in the manufacture of narcotic substances. Four passports were also recovered, three Sierra Leonean and one Uruguayan, each bearing different surnames. CSP Allieu said investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of Mansaray’s activities and any possible international links.
Mansaray and all seized items remain in police custody as authorities continue to probe the suspected drug operation.
